Weighted Gear Sift Knob? Opinions?

[creativeliberty1776]

Opinions ?

Pros and Cons?

First Hand experiences?

Would appreciate all points of views.

Thanks,
CL1776

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Genu...sAAOSwVZBdGuDQ

[ZeD4Mr]

I really liked the storm works V1.

http://www.storm-motorwerks.com/inte...hift_knobs_v1/

17.6oz.. makes the shifting so much better.. ZHP knob that everyone love is too light at 8.6oz in my opinion to make much difference.

I've since switched to a chassis mount race shifter though..

I still have that V1 shifter just in case.

[Roadroach]

Originally Posted by ZeD4Mr

I really liked the storm works V1.

http://www.storm-motorwerks.com/inte...hift_knobs_v1/

17.6oz.. makes the shifting so much better.. ZHP knob that everyone love is too light at 8.6oz in my opinion to make much difference.

I've since switched to a chassis mount race shifter though..

I still have that V1 shifter just in case.

I'll second that. I gave myself one of their V4 knobs (stainless w/ black leather) for Christmas and it really smoothed out the shifting. Didn't weigh it but it felt like it was 3x heavier than my stock knob.

[Roadroach]

Originally Posted by creativeliberty1776

Opinions ?

Pros and Cons?

First Hand experiences?

Would appreciate all points of views.

Thanks,
CL1776

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Genu...sAAOSwVZBdGuDQ

I'm not sure how much heavier (maybe an oz?) that shifter is compared to stock. That looks like a decent replacement if the stock knob is falling apart (very close to stock look) but I don't think you'll notice any difference in shifting.

[bwright657]

Adding weight definitely makes the M transmissions shift better, especially 1st to 2nd.

My M Coupe came with a UUC RK6A shift knob when I bought it. It's probably the heaviest shift knob on the market at 24 oz. I thought it shifted very well, especially compared to the stock shift knob. I wanted a more OEM look so I switched to the illuminated shift knob from the F10 M5.

1st to 2nd is a little clunkier with the M5 knob than it was with the UUC, but I'm finding 3rd to 2nd downshifts are smoother with the M5 knob.

Ultimately I would go with what style and material you prefer that adds weight. Aluminum is not friendly to your hands on a sunny day, especially with a roadster!

[KevinC]

^^ that M5 knob with original boot looks so odd with no seams on the rear portion. Not bad, just.. different.

My car came with either an illuminated ZHP knob, or the same M5 knob - hard for me to tell, they're so similar. Also had a LeatherZ boot with M-colored stitching. Talk about a couple of nice accessories to inherit - exactly what I would have done to it myself.

[bwright657]

Originally Posted by KevinC

^^ that M5 knob with original boot looks so odd with no seams on the rear portion. Not bad, just.. different.

My car came with either an illuminated ZHP knob, or the same M5 knob - hard for me to tell, they're so similar. Also had a LeatherZ boot with M-colored stitching. Talk about a couple of nice accessories to inherit - exactly what I would have done to it myself.

It was weird at first, but the M5 leather is much nicer than a stock Z4 shift boot so I got used to it quickly. If LeatherZ still had the regular leather boot with M stitching, I would probably pick one up. The alcantara boot just looked out of place without a matching steering wheel.

[kaybat]

like my Storm

[wdb]

I can't say I quite understand the metal knobs. Looks like a nice way to get a second degree burn in the summertime. Do you all drop something over them when you park in the sun?

[ZeD4Mr]

Originally Posted by wdb

I can't say I quite understand the metal knobs. Looks like a nice way to get a second degree burn in the summertime. Do you all drop something over them when you park in the sun?

Doesn't get hot enough or much sun here..

[pungo]

I went with the M5 lighted knob and boot. Feels great, nicer leather boot and the lighted shifter is brighter than the stock one.

[creativeliberty1776]

That light up one look nice.... I just placed an order for the Storm Works v1 6 speed non M engrave titanium knob.... Be a nice touch to do after this clutch job that I'm almost ready to handle.... Thanks guys

this one
http://www.storm-motorwerks.com/inte...hift_knobs_v1/

[Vanne]

BMW motorsport alcantara shift knob here, i liked it so much i brought it with me when i went to the Ultra shifter. Never going back... ever!

[kaybat]

Originally Posted by wdb

I can't say I quite understand the metal knobs. Looks like a nice way to get a second degree burn in the summertime. Do you all drop something over them when you park in the sun?

never been a problem(I'm in Fl ,tinted windows). if it sat outside all day in direct sun, then i guess it might be.

[David70]

Originally Posted by wdb

I can't say I quite understand the metal knobs. Looks like a nice way to get a second degree burn in the summertime. Do you all drop something over them when you park in the sun?

Functionally I see only negatives to metal and every other surface in the car that I touch regularly comes with some material besides metal that functions better. Leather seems for better suited for function. Is metal purely for looks?

[creativeliberty1776]

Originally Posted by wdb

I can't say I quite understand the metal knobs. Looks like a nice way to get a second degree burn in the summertime. Do you all drop something over them when you park in the sun?

Found the perfect solution, custom weighted knob for style, and better "Feeling" gear changes. Throw a pair of these on if your leaving it outside for an extended period of time with the top down


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[Sterling Roadster]

Originally Posted by David70

Functionally I see only negatives to metal and every other surface in the car that I touch regularly comes with some material besides metal that functions better. Leather seems for better suited for function. Is metal purely for looks?

I would say mostly. I have a shift knob from bimmian and it's comfortable and never looks worn or dirty. I feel like i'm always cleaning leather to get rid of the shine, whereas with the aluminum you can pretty much clean it with anything. Plus if you close your eyes you can pretend it's a Ferrari shift knob

[Efthreeoh]

I recommend Momo shift knobs.

[Sterling Roadster]

Originally Posted by Efthreeoh

I recommend Momo shift knobs.

I'm definitely going to second this. Momo is an often forgotten brand that still makes some really high quality products for fair prices. Loads of selection. Check out the Momo Targa Knob

[cbecker33]

I am a big fan of Raceseng shift knobs (I had one on my GT350 and now Z4M). Metal with a Delrin sleeve (no burns) and comes in at 1.04 lbs. (470 grams). It looks close enough to a factory-type look that no one notices it unless I point it out. It also has plenty of options for customization.

Raceseng Sphereology

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[jns_e85]

Shameless plug for a thread I did a few years ago I had shift knob ADD and reviewed several - thread here ---> https://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1492392


Hope it helps!

[KevinC]

I don't like to stray too far from OEM. The ZHP or late M5 knob retains the look while shortening up considerably from stock and adding a bit of weight. And I inherited this super-nice LeatherZ boot when I acquired this car. Perfection for me.